In pictures: Today in History.. May 15

TAKE a step back in time with our 'On This Day' gallery featuring famous birthdays and historic events.

HAVE a flick through our pictures to discover what was happening in the worlds of showbiz, sport and global affairs on this date in years gone by.

IN today's gallery, renowned Glasgow-born sculptor George Wyllie sadly dies, one of Van Gogh's paintings sells for $80million and Wimbledon hero and British tennis number one Andy Murray celebrates his birthday.

For these, and much more historical nuggets from this date, check out the gallery above.